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See the zoo babies that smell like popcorn. San Diego Zoo celebrates birth of two bearcats
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- For the first time in more than 25 years, the San Diego Zoo saw the birth of two binturongs, also known as bearcats.
- Zoo officials made the announcement in a recent Instagram post that included a video of the little mammals known for their distinct scent of buttered popcorn.
- The zoo said in its post that the new arrivals, also known as binlets, were born in late March to first-time parents Nettle and Garret.
The San Diego Zoo welcomed two binturong babies, born to first-time parents Nettle and Garret. (San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance) By Ruben Vives Staff Writer Follow June 17, 2026 3:17 PM PT 2 min Click here to listen to this article Share via Close extra sharing options Email Facebook X Linked In Threads Reddit Whats App Copy Link URL Copied! Print 0:00 0:00 1x This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here.
For the first time in more than 25 years, the San Diego Zoo saw the birth of two binturongs, also known as bearcats.
Zoo officials made the announcement in a recent Instagram post that included a video of the little mammals known for their distinct scent of buttered popcorn.
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